How to Identify Fake Olive Oil
It’s a sad truth: there aren’t enough olive trees in the world to produce all the olive oil found on store shelves. Some of it is fake, diluted with mineral oil and seed oil. But don’t worry, there are ways to spot the fakes.
Steps to Test Your Olive Oil
- Put your olive oil in the fridge overnight.
- Take it out and check the consistency.
Signs of Fake Olive Oil
- If the olive oil flows easily and has no change in consistency, it might be fake.
- Real olive oil thickens, becomes tough, and shows streaks.
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